Knowledge Base

Q:

Where can I find scholarships and fellowships for international students?

A:

If you have not already done so, we suggest that you start your search with a visit to your college or university’s financial aid office, as it may be able to connect you with resources that specifically target non-U.S. residents.

Also, ask about scholarships from other organizations in your personal and professional networks, for example:

Government agencies (education, arts and culture, health, etc.) in your country that award scholarships

Most U.S. foundation scholarships go to U.S. citizens and residents and not to international students. However, Foundation Grants to Individuals Online, our searchable database of grantmakers that give to individuals, lists more than 100 funders who give grants to foreign applicants for a variety of purposes.

If you use this database, try this setup:

Geographic Focus = names of your country or continent

Type of Support = Scholarships or Awards OR Undergraduate OR... (view the index to discover new characters)

Field of Interest = words/phrases that describe yourself and your personal, study, and career interests